Hunting TPE properties

The Prairie Enthusiasts (TPE) is neutral on the subjects of hunting and fishing. We neither promote nor discriminate against hunting or fishing.

All TPE properties in Wisconsin are open to fishing when it is done in compliance with State regulations and licensing requirements. For information on properties in Illinois, check with the Illinois chapter.

TPE recognizes the value of hunting as a useful management tool, and therefore we permit its use on our lands where we deem it is necessary to control overabundant or problem species. TPE also allows hunting where we deem it not to be in conflict with the goals and uses of a given property. There are a number of conditions that must be adhered to before hunting may occur on any TPE property. View TPE's complete policy on hunting and fishing. Hunting on TPE lands is restricted to only certain properties, and the type of hunting that is allowed varies from site to site. A permit or reservation system may be required to hunt on some sites for some species. See below for a listing of sites where hunting is allowed, for what species, and under what conditions.

To apply for permits: Fill out and submit an applicationMaximum party size allowed per permit: 6Deer hunting application deadline: September 22
TPE uses a lottery system to assign hunting days to hunters. If any days are open after the lottery, TPE will issue permits on a first-come, first-served basis. TPE requires the WDNR customer ID number with the permit application and requires permitted hunters to test deer carcasses for chronic wasting disease.Mail completed applications to:
Kristin Westad
2241 Ryan Dr
Dodgeville, WI 53533Contact for questions: Kristin Westad by email or 608-341-6713Back to listing

Erbe Grassland Location: Dane County, Wisconsin, T6N/R6E (map). This site is within the CWD Management Zone.Size: 99 acresHabitat: Grassland, cropland, brushland, and woods.Species that may be hunted:

Kalscheur Oak Savanna Location: Iowa County, Wisconsin, T4N/R5E (map). This site is within the CWD Management Zone.Size: 19 acresHabitat: Open woods, brush, and grassland.Species that may be hunted:

Wild Turkey

Spring season only

No permit or reservation required

White-tailed Deer

Bow, crossbow, and muzzleloader season

No permit or reservation required

White-tailed Deer

Gun season

Permit & reservation required

To apply for permits: Fill out and submit an applicationMaximum party size allowed per permit: 2Deer hunting application deadline: September 22 TPE uses a lottery system to assign hunting days to hunters. If any days are open after the lottery, TPE will issue permits on a first-come, first-served basis. TPE requires the WDNR customer ID number with the permit application and requires permitted hunters to test deer carcasses for chronic wasting disease.Mail completed applications to:
Kristin Westad
2241 Ryan Dr
Dodgeville, WI 53533Contact for questions: Kristin Westad by email or 608-341-6713Back to listing

Pleasant Valley Conservancy Location: Dane County, Wisconsin, T7N/R6E (map). This site is within the CWD Management Zone.Size: 140 acresHabitat: Oak woodlands, savanna, grassland, and wetland.Species that may be hunted:

Eldred Prairie Location: Grant County, Wisconsin, T4N/R2W (directions). This site is within the CWD Management Zone.Size: 45 acresHabitat: Grassland, woodland, and brushland.Species that may be hunted:

Parrish Oak Savanna Location: Dane County, Wisconsin, T7N/R6E, Sec 29 (map). This site is within the CWD Management Zone.Size: 30 acresHabitat: Mostly wooded.Species that may be hunted:

White-tailed Deer

All seasons

Permit & reservation required

All other legal species

No permit or reservation required

To apply for permits: Fill out and submit an applicationMaximum party size allowed per permit: 2Deer hunting application deadline: August 31
TPE uses a lottery system to assign hunting days to hunters. If any days are open after the lottery, TPE will issue permits on a first-come, first-served basis. TPE requires the WDNR customer ID number with the permit application and requires permitted hunters to test deer carcasses for chronic wasting disease.Mail completed applications to:
Kristin Westad
2241 Ryan Dr
Dodgeville, WI 53533Contact for questions: Kristin Westad by email or 608-341-6713Back to listing

Thomas Tract Location: Iowa County, Wisconsin, T6N/R5E, Sec 8 (map). This site is within the CWD Management Zone.Size: 190 acresHabitat: Open farmland.Species that may be hunted: